Best Time to See Green Sea Turtles in Alabama
June, July and September is the best time to see green sea turtles in Alabama. Based on 23 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when green sea turtles are most active across the year in Alabama.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 10, 2026.
23 verified observations of green sea turtles in Alabama, recorded across 7 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When green sea turtles are recorded in Alabama
Peak month
June
5 records (21.7% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| March | 2 | 8.7% |
| April | 1 | 4.3% |
| May | 1 | 4.3% |
| Junepeak | 5 | 21.7% |
| Julypeak | 5 | 21.7% |
| August | 4 | 17.4% |
| Septemberpeak | 5 | 21.7% |
| October | 0 | 0% |
| November | 0 | 0% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Green Sea Turtles you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Green Sea Turtle | 23 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Alabama
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when green sea turtles are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for green sea turtles sit around 68 to 91 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57°F | 40°F | 5.4" |
| Feb | 63°F | 45°F | 6.3" |
| Mar | 69°F | 50°F | 6" |
| Apr | 75°F | 54°F | 4.9" |
| May | 83°F | 62°F | 3.8" |
| Junbest time | 88°F | 70°F | 5.8" |
| Julbest time | 91°F | 73°F | 4.5" |
| Aug | 91°F | 73°F | 4.4" |
| Sepbest time | 87°F | 68°F | 3.1" |
| Oct | 76°F | 58°F | 3.9" |
| Nov | 65°F | 47°F | 3.2" |
| Dec | 60°F | 44°F | 4.8" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Alabama. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on green sea turtles in Alabama:
Sightings of green sea turtles in Alabama peak in June, when 5 of the year's 23 verified observations are logged — about 21.7% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and September.
The quietest stretch is January, February and October, when green sea turtles are hardest to find — no verified records exist for January. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The green sea turtles you are most likely to encounter in Alabama are Green Sea Turtle — the most-recorded species in the state. Each keeps its own seasonal rhythm, but the month-by-month pattern above reflects every reported sighting together.
Where to go
Best places to see green sea turtles in Alabama
- Horseshoe Bend National Military Park — National Military Park
- Little River Canyon National Preserve — National Preserve
- Natchez Trace Parkway — Parkway
- Russell Cave National Monument — National Monument
- Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument — National Monument
- Freedom Riders National Monument — National Monument
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see green sea turtles in Alabama?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and September, based on 23 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are green sea turtles hardest to see in Alabama?+
January is the quietest month for green sea turtles in Alabama, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are green sea turtles active year-round in Alabama?+
Green sea turtles are recorded in 7 of 12 months in Alabama, concentrated around June and July.
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